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Mcnair School of Excellence Flag Football

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FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Dorsey's classroom raised $229

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Project Title: "A Winning Team: Equip Our Football Players for Success"

Dear Potential Donors,

I’m writing to you with an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young athletes in our community. I work as a school assistant for a football team in an underprivileged area, where our students are passionate about the sport, but lack the necessary equipment to reach their full potential.

Our team is made up of dedicated players who have the talent and the drive, but unfortunately, we do not have the funds to provide essential gear such as uniforms, cleats, and protective equipment. Many of our athletes come from low-income families and simply cannot afford to purchase the equipment they need to compete at their best.

The equipment we need includes:

- **Football uniforms** (jerseys, pants, socks)

- **Cleats** (sizes for all players, youth and adult)

- **Football Flags

- **Football gloves and other accessories**

Providing these items will not only enhance our team’s performance, but will also give our players a sense of pride and belonging, which is vital for their personal growth and development. As they train and compete, they will gain confidence and learn life lessons that extend far beyond the football field, such as teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.

Your generous donation will go directly towards purchasing the gear and equipment our team needs to play safely and competitively. With your support, we can ensure that our young athletes have the resources they deserve to thrive.

Thank you for considering this request and for helping to empower these students through sports. Your contribution will make a lasting difference in their lives.

Sincerely,

Mr. Dorsey

Project tagged as

Chicago, IL
Grades 6-8
Gym & Fitness
Team Sports
Traditional School
Sports & Exercise Equipment
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mr. Dorsey Ronald McNair Elementary School Grades 6-8

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Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

20 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Hilhook Flag Football Belts, 10 Sets / 20 Sets of Adjustable Flag Football Set with Flags for Kids Youth and Adults Training • Amazon Business $49.81 2 $99.62

adidas unisex-child Goletto Vii Fg Soccer Shoe • Amazon Business $31.60 1 $31.60

Tytroy 12 Pinnies Youth Practice Team Jerseys Mesh Scrimmage Training Vest Kids Sports Blue and Red • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Franklin Sports Official Size Football - All-Weather 1000 Regulation Outdoor Football - Synthetic Leather Adult Ball - Extra Grip Official Size - Brown + White • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79

Materials cost			$162.00
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$2.43
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$194.43
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$34.31
Total project goal			$228.74
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$228.74
1 Donor			-$114.36
Donations toward project cost			-$97.21
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$17.15
match offer			-$114.38
Match offer toward project cost			-$97.22
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$17.16
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Mcnair School of Excellence Flag Football

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